This role prepares all food orders in a timely manner and in accordance with Harrah’s standards and kitchen/outlets guide specifications. Will also maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work area and equipment in accordance with local USPH standards.

Our Ideal Candidate

Must possess organizational skills and be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime if requested. Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures is essential. Must have knowledge to operate and maintain all basic kitchen equipment. Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously and possess problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations. Must have the dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment. A neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene is required.

About The Role

Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values. Meet expected service delivery times as defined by department’s service standards or as required by the receiver of service or goods. Ensure that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards prior to being served. Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers, prepare, cook, and season all food, and ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared. Perform all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas and always provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates. Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent. Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, and ensuring sanitation, handling, and storage of prepared food and leftovers. Prepare for rush periods without getting behind. Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout the kitchen. Keep stock on hand, organize orders, and fill special orders when customers request it. Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services. Ensure products meet all recipe standards and maintain portion consistency and food temperatures by ensuring all required logbooks, temperature logs, and inventory sheets are maintained and verified. Responsible for maintaining proper production levels and calibrating pH meters, thermometers, and weight/volume measurement scales. Understand local sanitation, health code laws, weights, and measures requirements. Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, knives, equipment, and machinery. Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner. Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft. Share equipment with co-workers and cooperate and interact effectively with both front and back of house personnel.

A Few More Things

Must be able to be on feet for an 8-hour shift, and able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grasp. Exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures is expected. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues, read, write, speak, and understand English. Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation and able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds in a cart. Tolerance for areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke is required.

The above is a minimal description of duties and responsibilities. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as the business needs evolve or change. Harrah’s Resort Southern California reserves the right to make changes to this job description whenever necessary.

Harrah’s Resort Southern California is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.

NOTE: By providing a mobile number, you agree to receive calls/texts to your number about your application and other opportunities that may be of interest to you. You understand that, where applicable, messages may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system and your consent to receive messages does not require you to make a purchase.

About Us

“Join us in our battle against boredom! Creativity, innovation, and inspiration welcome!” Are you ready to take a step in the fun direction? Join the team at the fourth largest resort property in San Diego County!

Why would you want to join our team? At Harrah’s Resort Southern California, making grownups smile is what we do best, which is why we stack our dream team with passionate, energetic Funmakers. It’s a place where creativity, innovation, and inspiration are always welcome! We provide a funner (we are in Funner, California after all!) culture which encourages and celebrates people being the best that they can be. It’s a special environment that you can’t find anywhere else!

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individual’s religious beliefs or practices.

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status

• Competitive pay starting at $20.50 per hour.
• Opportunity for flexible scheduling including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months to one year of cooking experience in a high-volume food service operation preferred.
• San Diego County Food Handlers certification required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation.
• Ability to operate and maintain basic kitchen equipment.
• Problem-solving abilities and ability to perform mathematical computations.
• Ability to handle high stress in the work environment.
• Physical dexterity to use knives and food preparation equipment.